Thickness planer with locking mechanism
US6585017B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 1, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB27C1/14
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thickness planer is described having a carriage locking mechanism to minimize vibration and movement of the carriage during the planing operation. Also described is a depth of cut indicator to display the thickness of the material to be removed during the planing operation. A mechanism is also disclosed for facilitating setting the carriage and cutting head to a predetermined height over the base quickly and accurately.
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